NEW YORK
Engaging Learners. Helping Challenged Students.
Leading Innovative Schools.
February 25-28, 2026
See You at ISS
Join us for the Innovative Schools Summit New York on February 25-28, 2026. Network with fellow educators and learn from nationally recognized speakers who share their experiences and proven strategies to help you succeed in the classroom and in your career.
Hosted by AccuTrain in association with Eastern Suffolk BOCES, Nassau BOCES and Western Suffolk BOCES.
The New York Summit features access to 5 education conferences for the price of one.
FEATURED SPEAKERS
Hosted by AccuTrain in association with
5 CONFERENCES IN 1 LOCATION
Summit Attendees are able to attend sessions from all of the following Conferences (on a space-available basis).
INNOVATIVE TEACHING STRATEGIES CONFERENCE
All Locations.
Take advantage of this opportunity to learn new insights, tools and strategies for reaching and teaching students. Compare best practices with educators in different geographic locations and different socio-economic environments.
AI/TECH FOR SCHOOLS FORUM
New York
The AI/Tech for Schools Forum is the perfect opportunity to learn how to transform your classroom and school by integrating AI and the latest tech into your teaching, making learning more personal and boosting student engagement. Connect with experts, leaders and teachers to discover strategies and tech tools that can elevate academic outcomes.
AT-RISK STUDENTS CONFERENCE
All Locations.
Experts will share evidence-based programs and strategies that educators can use to prevent dropouts and to help students experience success in school.
INNOVATIVE SCHOOL LEADERSHIP FORUM
San Antonio. New York.
WIRED DIFFERENTLY/TRAUMA-INFORMED SCHOOLS CONFERENCE
Nashville. New York.
Get critical insights and best practices for reaching and teaching students with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges – especially trauma, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and PTSD.
Engaging Experts. Inspiring Stories. Real Results.
Join thousands of administrators and teachers to network and learn research-based strategies and practical ideas to support students and staff. Innovative Schools Summit locations include Las Vegas, San Antonio, New York, Orlando and Nashville.
What to Expect
Network with fellow educators. Chart your learning path. Get motivated!
Hear educators share their Summit experience
Engaging Experts. Inspiring Stories. Real Results.
Join thousands of administrators and teachers to network and learn research-based strategies and practical ideas to support students and staff. Innovative Schools Summit locations include New York, Orlando, San Antonio, Atlanta and Las Vegas.
What to Expect
Network with fellow educators. Chart your learning path. Get motivated!
Hear educators share their Summit experience
BE INSPIRED
Connect with fellow educators. Get re-energized. Learn from the best in education. Discover new strategies to support all students. Take home ideas to implement immediately at your school. Have fun.
Create your own learning experience at the New York Summit. Choose the sessions that are most relevant to you from 5 co-located education conferences:
- AI/Tech for Schools Forum
- Innovative Teaching Strategies Conference
- At-Risk Students Conference
- Innovative School Leadership Forum
- Wired Differently/Trauma-Informed Schools Conference
Tailor your professional development experience by attending a variety of sessions from each conference
Discover proven practices to implement in your classroom immediately
Get insights and inspiration from the best in education
Meet fellow educators from across the nation and learn from each other
MARRIOTT
MARQUIS
Summit Hotel & Conference Center
Marriott Marquis
1535 Broadway
New York, New York 10036
Reservations: 1-212-398-1900
The Innovative Schools Summit New York will be held at the New York Marriott Marquis. Guests are responsible for all charges. **
PLEASE NOTE: The hotel does not accept standard checks at check-in. Please mail checks 14 days prior to check-in or you may bring a CASHIER’S CHECK. **
Room rates starting at $259/night plus taxes/fees.
Marriott Marquis Hotel Parking Rates
Valet Parking: Registered Guests – 24 Hour, overnight
- Cars: $70.00
- SUV: $80.00
- Oversized: $95.00
Click here to view other options nearby. (This is a dated document but provides helpful information.)
WHAT ATTENDEES SAY
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Classroom
- Teachers
- Principals
- Assistant
- Principals
- Deans
- Other Administrator
- Special Ed Personnel
- School Counselors
- Social Workers
- Interventionists
- Behaviorists
- Psychologists
- Community & Faith-Based Youth Workers
- After-School Program Coordinators
SPONSORS
New York Summit
Please Note: Pre-Conference Sessions for the Innovative Schools Summit New York will be held on February 25th and the morning of February 26th. The main Summit will begin on February 26th at 12:00 pm ET.
Prices shown are per person. Volume discounts appear in cart. A $7 service fee will be charged per registrant.
*** New York State attendees registering through BOCES are eligible for CTLE credits. ***
New York State Attendees: REGISTER HERE.
Advance Super Bundle
3 Pre-Conference Sessions
5 Conferences
Max Saver thru 12/31
- Entrance to 2 Pre-Con Sessions on 2/25/26 and 1 Pre-Con Session on 2/26/26
- Access to 5 Conferences:
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● AI/Tech for Schools
● Innovative Teaching Strategies
● At-Risk Students
● Innovative School Leadership
● Wired Differently - Morning & Afternoon Refreshments
- Earn up to 21 Contact Hours
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Group Discounts:
● $25 off Groups of 3-9 Who Register at the Same Time
● $50 off Groups of 10+ Who Register at the Same Time
$750
Advance Summit Bundle
1 Pre-Conference Session
5 Conferences
Max Saver thru 12/31
- Entrance to 1 Pre-Con Session on 2/26/26
- Access to 5 Conferences:
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● AI/Tech for Schools
● Innovative Teaching Strategies
● At-Risk Students
● Innovative School Leadership
● Wired Differently - Morning & Afternoon Refreshments
- Earn up to 15 Contact Hours
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Group Discounts:
● $25 off Groups of 3-9 Who Register at the Same Time
● $50 off Groups of 10+ Who Register at the Same Time
$650
Advance Summit Only
Access to 5 Conferences
Max Saver thru 12/31
- Access to 5 Conferences:
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● AI/Tech for Schools
● Innovative Teaching Strategies
● At-Risk Students
● Innovative School Leadership
● Wired Differently - Morning & Afternoon Refreshments
- Earn up to 12 Contact Hours
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Group Discounts:
● $25 off Groups of 3-9 Who Register at the Same Time
● $50 off Groups of 10+ Who Register at the Same Time
$595
HOTELS. AGENDAS. SESSIONS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Many attendees choose to register with a credit card. If you are using a Purchase Order from your school or district, please upload that when you register (email us if a quote is needed to generate the PO). Payment terms are Net 30 from the date of the invoice. If paying by check (without a PO), please contact our office at pd@accutrain.com or call 888-202-3697 to facilitate the process.
No. We only accept payment in US dollars.
We are AccuTrain Corp at PO Box 9708 in Virginia Beach, VA 23450.
- School Counselors (PK-12)
- Principals
- Classroom Teachers
- Special Education Personnel
- School Administrators
- Deans
- Psychologists
- Social Workers
- School Resource Officers
- Behaviorists
- Therapists
- Community and Faith-Based Youth Workers
- After-School Program Coordinators
- Other Professionals Working with Young People
Yes! We offer discounted hotel room rates at each of our conference host hotels. Please see individual conference webpage for more information.
Yes! By registering for an individual conference you are eligible to attend all other conferences that are a part of the Summit at that location (on a space available basis).
At this time, AccuTrain Corp. is unable to offer student discounts or scholarships for this three-day event.
Please consider the following other avenues for possible funding:
· Your Local PTA
· GoFundMe http://www.gofundme.com/ (This is a personalized crowdfunding site)
· Title 1 funding in your area
Light refreshments are available each day before the morning plenary session. Lunch is on your own each day.
We issue Certificates of Completion based on Contact Hours (reflecting actual hours of attendance). Because Continuing Education requirements vary throughout North America by Profession/Jurisdiction, we always suggest that you contact your local Board or Governing Agency as to their acceptance/conversion to local standards.
- AccuTrain is an approved provider for Continuing Education by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC #5602). AccuTrain is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP™) and may offer NBCC-approved clock hours for events that meet NBCC requirements. AccuTrain is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.
- Approved Texas CPE Provider
In-person attendees of the Orlando Summit are eligible to earn up to 21 contact hours.
In-person attendees of the Las Vegas Summit are eligible to earn up to 26 contact hours. (Virtual attendees are eligible to earn up to 14 contact hours.)
In-person attendees of the San Antonio Summit are eligible to earn up to 21 contact hours.
In-person attendees of the New York Summit are eligible to earn up to 21 contact hours.
In-person attendees of the Nashville Summit are eligible to earn up to 26 contact hours. (Virtual attendees are eligible to earn up to 14 contact hours.)
We do not currently offer a one-day or two-day partial registration fee.
If you cannot attend the event, you may send a substitute, transfer to a different event or request a Summit Voucher — sorry no refunds. Substitutions, transfers or Voucher requests should be made in writing. Vouchers (for paid registrations) are transferable to another colleague and are valid for three years. They may be redeemed for any AccuTrain offering — including future Summits, AccuEd Connect eLearning or YouthLight resources.
Should you be unable to attend, please email us at pd@accutrain.com – at least one week prior to the event – and let us know whether you wish to substitute another attendee, transfer to a different event or receive a Voucher.
Should you have any concerns, call us at 1-800-251-6805. If you require special accommodations due to a disability, please fax us at 888-372-6061 or email us at pd@accutrain.com at least 1 month prior to the conference and note your request on your registration form.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
If you have futher questions please contact us at pd@accutrain.com or 800-251-6805.
